the ecoustics podcast

In conjunction with the worldwide release of Shure’s new SE846 Gen2 Sound Isolating Earphones, we welcome two experienced product managers from Shure and our own Sr. Headphone Editor to discuss the details. Take a deep dive into all the reasons why these earphones are so special, and be sure to check out our full in-depth review here: https://www.ecoustics.com/reviews/shure-se846-gen2/The Shure SE846 Gen2 are being released today (Sept 15, 2022) for $899 USD. https://bit.ly/shure-se846-gen2-earphonesPanelists:Sean Sullivan, Shure’s Associate Director of Wired Products, has been intrinsically involved in the development of the SE846 Gen2. With over twenty years in the industry (17 managing the earphone products at Shure), Sean has overseen the design and production of Shure’s most innovate earphone technology. As a musician, audiophile, and sound engineer, Sean has a passion for great audio and high end listening products. Sean’s work at Shure has been instrumental in meeting the needs of today’s high-end audio market, at home, on the street, and on stage.Steve Marek, Shure’s Senior Product Management Specialist, has been with the company for over a decade. He primarily focuses on earphone and headphone products, but also works on an occasional microphone project from time to time. Recent highlights include launching the AONIC 3, AONIC 4, and AONIC 5earphones, as well as the new SRH440A and SRH840A headphones. He is also an active musician and recording/mixing/mastering engineer, putting products through countless hours of critical evaluation during development.W. Jennings, eCoustics Sr. Headphone Editor: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/w-jennings/Brian Mitchell, Host of this episode and eCoustics Founder & CEOCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com

Vinyl finds itself at an unexpected crossroads in 2022; a new generation of listeners has turned the format into a billion dollar industry again and there are not enough phono cartridges in stock to satisfy global demand. If you are in the market for an affordable audiophile turntable, or replacement cartridge, it’s easy to get lost looking through the hundreds of affordable phono cartridges that are available. Deciding if you want a moving coil or moving magnet (or moving iron if select one from Grado Labs) cartridge is just one part of the decision making process. Ian White and Brian Mitchell take a look at some of the best cartridges below $600 right now.Hosted by ecoustics founder, Brian Mitchell and editor-in-chief Ian WhiteCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting: www.ecoustics.com

In this episode of the ecoustics podcast our team breaks down in pretty great detail the question of, "Is attending a HIFI show worth it?" In short, absolutely. Topics covered are all over the sonic spectrum. Headphones, Dongle DACS, multi-channel, two channel, $200 systems to 7 figure systems, to first or 25th time experiences attending a hifi convention. Please remember to hit subscribe and give a rating of our ecoustics podcast if you feel inclined to do so!The ecoustics team appearing in this episode:Brian Mitchell, Founder & CEOEmiko, Video ProducerJeremy Sikora, Vintage ColumnistLynn Miller - Headphone ColumnistEric Pye, Vintage ColumnistMitch Anderson, Podcast ProducerFor more information on T.H.E Show, please visit:https://www.thehomeentertainmentshow.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. http://www.sourceoflightandpower.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:• https://www.ecoustics.com

Sr. Contributing Editors, Jeremy Sikora and Eric Pye recount their first-time experiences at a high-end audio show — T.H.E. Show 2022.With a combined following of over 75,000 subscribers on Instagram, both Jeremy (@budget_audiophiler) and Eric (@audioloveyyc) have the pulse of the budget hi-fi, vintage audio and vinyl communities on social media.Given their dedication to educating the audio community that great sound can be found at any budget, listeners should find their perspectives quite different; especially after attending a hi-fi show dominated by six-figure systems.This episode was recorded live from the floor of The Home Entertainment (T.H.E.) Show in Long Beach, CA on June 11, 2022 — hosted by our podcast producer, Mitch Anderson.Stay tuned for more episodes with Jeremy and Eric. A vintage audio podcast series is in the works!Sponsors:• https://www.svsound.com• https://www.sonusfaber.comMore information on Eric:https://www.instagram.com/audioloveyychttps://www.ecoustics.com/articles/unlikely-vintage-audio-journey/More information on Jeremy:https://www.instagram.com/budget_audiophilerhttps://www.ecoustics.com/articles/fisher-400-tube-stereo-receiver/For more information on T.H.E Show, please visit:https://www.thehomeentertainmentshow.comHosted by Mitch Anderson, Host of Black Circle Radio & eCoustics Podcast Producer: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/mitch-anderson/Credits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. http://www.sourceoflightandpower.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:• https://www.ecoustics.com

In this episode of the eCoustics podcast we have a conversation with President and CEO of SVS, Gary Yacoubian and VP of Marketing Nick Brown. This program begins with a one on one chat with our host of this episode and podcast producer Mitch Anderson and Nick. They talk about take aways from T.H.E Show, as well as an impromptu discussion/education on Dolby Atmos, 5.1.2 sound, and the SVS Prime Elevation Speakers. Hard cut to being live at the Headphonium space in Long Beach where the discussion surrounds the larger question of why SVS does what it does, the way in which it does. Enjoy. For more information on SVS please visit:https://www.svsound.comFor more information on T.H.E Show, please visit:https://www.thehomeentertainmentshow.comHosted by Mitch Anderson, Host of Black Circle Radio & eCoustics Podcast Producer: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/mitch-anderson/Credits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:• https://www.ecoustics.com

This episode was taped on the floor of The Home Entertainment Show in Long Beach, CA on June 11, 2022. Our podcast producer Mitch Anderson interviews Author Andre Darlington about his two books, "Booze & Vinyl Vol. 1" and "Booze & Vinyl Vol. 2". Coincidentally, this episode's run time is about the exact time it takes to mix a cocktail, pick a record, and drop the needle. There also may or may not be some exciting news regarding "Booze & Vinyl Vol. 3"?! Grab a drink, grab a record, and enjoy. For more information on Andre Darlington and Booze & Vinyl please visit: https://www.boozeandvinyl.comFor more information on T.H.E Show, please visit:https://www.thehomeentertainmentshow.comHosted by Mitch Anderson, Host of Black Circle Radio & eCoustics Podcast Producer: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/mitch-anderson/Credits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:• https://www.ecoustics.com

This episode was taped on the floor of The Home Entertainment Show in Long Beach, CA on June 11, 2022. Our podcast producer, Mitch Anderson interviews a veteran of the hi-fi industry, Lenny CoCo, who is now the Specialty Retail Manager at MoFi Distribution (Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab). As a self described music enthusiast, Lenny's passion for sharing his love of music is both contagious and inspiring. He’s someone that deeply understands how music can connect with your soul. As Lenny puts it, “Hi-fi isn’t a hobby, it’s a lifestyle. Music is magic, it's medicinal.” Well said.For more information on the room spoken about in this episode check this link: https://www.ecoustics.com/news/the-show-2022-sunny-components/For more information on T.H.E Show, please visit:https://www.thehomeentertainmentshow.comHosted by Mitch Anderson, Host of Black Circle Radio & eCoustics Podcast Producer: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/mitch-anderson/Guest is Lenny Coco of MOFI (Mobile Fidelity) https://www.mofi.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:• https://www.ecoustics.com

Common Wave Hi-Fi and Alma Music are two S. California-based dealers who brought some very interesting high-end audio components and loudspeakers to T.H.E Show 2022 in Long Beach, California. EIC Ian White spent some time with the DeVore Fidelity O/baby and Boenicke W8 Loudspeakers in two very different sounding systems that showcased what is right and wrong about the high-end audio space right now. For even more insight on the sonic experiences talked about in this episode, please check out these reviews:https://www.ecoustics.com/news/the-show-2022-devore-fidelity/https://www.ecoustics.com/news/the-show-2022-boenicke-w8/Hosted by Mitch Anderson, Host of Black Circle Radio & eCoustics Podcast Producer: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/mitch-anderson/Ian White, eCoustics Editor-in-Chief: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/ian-white/Credits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:• https://www.ecoustics.com#thehomeentertainmentshow2022 #loudspeakers #devorefideity #commonwavehifi #almamusicandaudio #audiohungary #innuos #nagra #boenickew8 #devorefidelityo/baby #highendaudio #hifi

Syng’s Chief Commercial Officer, Rio Caraeff, talks about the company’s first product — an innovative all-in-one wireless loudspeaker called the Syng Cell Alpha. This podcast explores the company’s mission, early customer feedback, and hints at future features and some unannounced new products.Priced at $2,500 each, Cell Alpha is unlike any speaker on the market and is a bold attempt to redefine the home listening experience.Now with $48 million in funding, Syng is the brainchild of former Apple industrial designer, Christopher Stringer, who contributed to numerous products over his 22 years at Apple including the iPod, iPhone, iPad, HomePod, AirPods Max and many more. Even with Apple pedigree, can Syng take on the high-end audio establishment or create a whole new market?--Hosted by Brian Mitchell, eCoustics FounderGuest: Rio Caraeff, Chief Commercial Officer at SyngLearn more about Syng: https://syngspace.com--For the latest hi-fi, headphone and home theater news, reviews and features visit: https://www.ecoustics.com#syng #cellalpha #spatialaudio #triphonic #highendaudio #luxuryaudio #wirelessspeakers #loudspeakers

Sean, from Zero Fidelity of YouTube fame and eCoustics Editor-in-Chief, Ian White have a no-holds barred discussion about the high-end audio industry, overhyped and under appreciated products, and what can be done to reach the next generation of audiophiles. Hosted by Brian Mitchell, eCoustics FounderSean: https://youtube.com/c/ZeroFidelityIan White, eCoustics Editor-in-Chief: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/ian-white/Credits: • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.arcofall.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Music, and Home Theater news by visiting: • https://www.ecoustics.com